There is no sentiment in this country stronger now than that Congress has neglected its duty thus far in not repealing taxes that are obnoxious to the people and unnecessary for the public uses; and if we should still neglect that duty we should be properly held responsible by our constituents.
Sherman criticizes Congress for failing to repeal unnecessary taxes that burden the public.
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It was the same old story of injustice and wrong, of might against right.
The policy of this country ought to be to make everything national as far as possible.
I believe that it will give a reasonable fair protection for the great industries of agriculture, manufacture, and commerce, which lie at the basis of the prosperity of this country.
We have done no wrong; we have no apologies to make, and no concessions to offer.
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